2004 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (192 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 407 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Aceca | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
